Chris Burden
Chris Burden (USA, 1946–2015) was a groundbreaking performance and conceptual artist known for works that pushed physical and psychological limits. Famous pieces like Shoot (1971) and Trans-Fixed (1974) explored themes of danger, endurance, and societal boundaries. Later in his career, Burden created large-scale installations and sculptures, blending engineering with artistic innovation.
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Chris Burden
If You Fly, If You Drive (diptych), 1973
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USD 12,500
Chris Burden
Can not do nails, 1974
Photography
Lithograph
USD 11,300
Chris Burden
Submarine, 1987
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Mixed Media
USD 4,850
Chris Burden
Cantilever Bridges, 2000
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“Limits” is a relative term. Like beauty, it is often in the eye of the beholder.
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Chris Burden (b. 1946 USA, d. 2015 USA) was an influential American artist known for his provocative and often extreme performance art. Burden's work challenged the boundaries of art and life, using his body as a medium to explore themes of pain, endurance, and the role of the artist in society. His most famous piece, Shoot (1971), involved being shot in the arm by an assistant, a performance that epitomized his commitment to pushing the limits of physical and psychological experience. Beyond performance, Burden also created large-scale sculptures and installations that addressed issues such as power, technology, and the urban environment. His work has left an indelible mark on contemporary art, inspiring future generations to rethink the possibilities of art as a form of social commentary.
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